SorbetWhat is Sorbet?
It is 100% compatible with Ruby. It type checks normal method definitions, and introduces backwards-compatible syntax for method signatures. Explicit method signatures make it useful for anyone reading the code. Type annotations serve as a tool for understanding long after they're written.
Sorbet is a tool in the Build Automation category of a tech stack.
Key Features
Fast: Powerful
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